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Posted 7/26/2011 10:47 AM (GMT 0)
Hi all, i was wondering if anyone had any experience with using alcohol to ease anxiety (obviosly not condoning or recommending it as im aware it is not a solution) however i would like to have the occasional drink without noticing the relaxing effect it has on me as im worried it could become a habit. Im aware of the dangers of alcohol and how it does infact cause depression/anxiety.

Hope this makes sense!

Posted 7/26/2011 2:01 PM (GMT 0)
Good Morning,

Short-term effects of alcohol on the human body can take many forms. The drug alcohol, specifically ethanol, is a central nervous system depressant with a range of side effects.

Most people drink alcohol for the effects they have on one's mood.  I am not sure how you could drink alcohol  "without noticing the relaxing effect it has".

Perhaps another member has some input that will help you out more then I have.

Kindly,

Kitt

 

Posted 7/29/2011 12:39 AM (GMT 0)
In my opinion its not worth it, but your anxiety might not be as bad as mine. If I some of us were to use alcohol to "ease our anxiety" we would be full blown alcoholics lol. I however understand how it can relax you and make you feel at ease but only temporarily. Then if you drink too much you end up with a hangover the next morning which could also make your anxiety worse...and I'm speaking from experience on that one.
Posted 8/11/2011 6:33 PM (GMT 0)
Youll find initial temporary relief-relaxation, howevr, it will eventually have the opposite effect n cause rebound anxiety n diff sleeping. It will also negate other meds,evn antibiotics.
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